Acomdata HD320UHE5, User Manual

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of duplicated files with the latest versions from the source vol-
ume. Unlike the Backup process, the Duplicate process does not
maintain the earlier versions. However, you do have the option
to run incremental duplicates, where only new or modified files
are copied to the destination at each Duplicate session.
Because duplicated files are copied in their native formats, you
cannot apply compression or encryption. However, this also
means you can restore duplicated files simply by dragging and
dropping them from the destination back to the source.
synchronization (sync)
The Sync function enables you to use your PushButton Drive to
synchronize files on multiple computers or hard drives without
the hassle of manually tracking changes or tediously copying
files between computers/drives.
Let's consider a couple of scenarios:
Sync Scenario 1: Maintaining a working backup of a computer
Let's say you routinely work at the office and at home. You need
a way to both backup your working files and work on them at
home. Using the Sync function, first, you synchronize the work-
ing files on your office PC to your PushButton Drive. Now you
have a portable duplicate you can work from at home. (At the
same time, you also have a backup that you can use to restore lost